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Non-Traditional Wedding Dresses

While many may think that the traditional white wedding dress has been around for centuries, it actually only became popular about 160 years ago, thanks to Queen Victoria’s preference for lace and pristine white. Before this, women would walk down the aisle in just about every color and style under the sun, and many of today’s brides are quite similar, shedding the white gown for a dress that better represents their individuality.

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Hi-Low Dress
A hi-low dress is a great way to show off your legs, while still wearing a dress that features a more traditional shape, if you so desire. This is a great option for the warmer, summer months, when a full skirt might be too hot and restrictive, and with so many different styles out there, you will have quite the choice when it comes to deciding just how much leg you want to bare.

Fashion Forward
Opting for an avant-garde wedding dress is a way to still be able to wear white, but without looking at all clichéd. The wedding gowns from Oscar de la Renta all feature a touch of whimsy, while the Alexander McQueen wedding dresses are all unique in their own way.

A Pop of Color
For those that still want white to be the main color of their wedding dress, there is no reason why you cannot add a pop of another color to your gown, which will set off the white even more. For something quite subtle, opt for a pale pastel shade on a full skirt, such as a mint green or a pale yellow. If you want a bolder and brighter burst of color, a dip-dyed dress will most definitely stand out.

Printed Dresses
Printed wedding dresses are becoming increasingly popular, and are a great way to show off your personality. The navy printed wedding dress from Francesca Miranda features delicate blue flowers on the full skirt, while the floral printed gown from Lover features a romantic but unexpected color palette, with the likes of deep magenta, gray and burnt orange.

Inspiration from Fashion Icons
When it comes to acquiring inspiration for non-traditional wedding dresses, there is no better place to look than at some of the fashion icons from the past. Elizabeth Taylor was always loved for her immaculate style, and, when she first married Richard Burton, wore a canary yellow gown to the ceremony, along with a large floral headdress, and pulled it off beautifully. Similarly, Audrey Hepburn also broke away from the norm in her second wedding, when she sported a headscarf, short dress and pumps, paving the way for all of those leg-baring wedding dresses that are becoming more and more popular today.

Your wedding day is a day that you will remember and cherish for the rest of your life, so it only makes sense to opt for a dress that truly reflects who you are. Whether this means adding a touch of color, or going with a bold and vibrant print, take your time when it comes to exploring your options, and pick a dress that is able to match with your personality.